S-17-0013_Flooring_Clifton_Ranger_Station.pdf

SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

1. SOLICITATION NO.

AG-8173-S-17-0013

Original

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFQ)

3. DATE ISSUED

4/13/2017

PAGE OF PAGES

1 54

IMPORTANT - The “offer” section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

4. CONTRACT NO.

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.

846399

6. PROJECT NO.

7. ISSUED BY CODE 8173 8. ADDRESS OFFER TO

USDA FOREST SERVICE

APACHE SITGREAVES NATIONAL FOREST

30 S CHIRICAHUA DR POB 640

SPRINGERVILLE AZ 85938-0640

USDA FOREST SERVICE

APACHE SITGREAVES NATIONAL FOREST

30 S CHIRICAHUA DR POB 640

SPRINGERVILLE AZ 85938-0640

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

A. NAME

WARREN ABBOTT

B. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

928-333-6344

SOLICITATION

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations “offer” and “offeror” mean “bid” and “bidder.”

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying no., date):

CONSTRUCTION: Replace flooring -- Clifton Ranger Station –

SITE VISIT SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 18, 2017, 10:30 A.M., 397240 HWY 75, Duncan, AZ 85534

NAICS: 238330 Size standard $15.0 Million PSC: Z2AA

Basis for award will be Best Value - Tradeoffs – See Section M for requirements.

Range: Between $25,000 and $100,000 -- Total Small Business Set-aside – Davis-Bacon Wages apply

11. The Contractor shall begin performance within 10 calendar days and complete it within 60 calendar days after receiving award, notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory, negotiable. (See .)

12A. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If “YES,” indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12B.)

YES NO

12B. CALENDAR DAYS

13. ADDITIONAL SOLICITATION REQUIREMENTS:

A. Sealed offers in original and 1 copies to perform the work required are due at the place specified in Item 8 by 4:00pm (hour) local time MAY 11, 2017 (date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers must be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror’s name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

B. An offer guarantee is, is not required.

C. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

D. Offers providing less than 60 calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

NSN 7540-01-155-3212 1442-101 STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 4-85)

Computer Generated Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(e)

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REPLACE FLOORING CLIFTON RANGER STATION (06)

OFFER (Must be fully completed by offeror)

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

15. TELEPHONE NO. (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14)

CODE FACILITY CODE

17. The offeror agrees to perform the work at the prices specified below in strict accordance with the terms of this solicitation, if this offer is accepted by the Government within calendar days after the date offers are due. (Insert any number equal to or greater than the minimum requirement stated in Item 13D. Failure to insert any number means the offeror accepts the minimum in Item 13D.

AMOUNTS

18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each

AMENDMENT NO.

DATE

20A. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER

(Type or print)

20B. SIGNATURE

20C. OFFER DATE

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

ITEM

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TO

10 U.S.C. 2304(c)( ) 41 U.S.C. 253(c)( )

26. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 8173 27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

USDA FOREST SERVICE APACHE SITGREAVES

NATIONAL FOREST POB 640

30 S CHIRICAHUA DR SPRINGERVILLE AZ 85938

www.ipp.gov

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return ____ copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish and deliver all items or perform all work, requisitions identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration slated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications or incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED

TO SIGN (Type or print)

31A. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

WARREN ABBOTT

30B. SIGNATURE

30C. DATE

31B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

31C. AWARD DATE

Computer Generated STANDARD FORM 1442 BACK (REV. 4-85)

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PART I – THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B – SCHEDULE – SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

B1 – SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

BASE

ITEM #

DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT ITEMS

UNIT OF

MEASURE

EXTENDED AMOUNT

B1.1 Move furniture, chairs, desks, etc. LUMP SUM $

B2.1 Carpet prep, padding, installation, transition strips, rubber bases, etc.

LUMP SUM $

B3.1 Vinyl flooring prep, installation, etc. LUMP SUM $

B4.1 Ceramic Tile Replacement, removal, prep & installation include all transitions and rubber bases.

LUMP SUM $

TOTAL OF ALL BASE ITEMS $

OPTIONAL

ITEMS

DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT ITEMS

UNIT OF

MEASURE

EXTENDED AMOUNT

O1.1 Repair / Replace sub-flooring LUMP SUM

NOTES:

PAYMENT FOR BOND PREMIUMS, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CLAUSE 52.232-5, PAYMENTS UNDER FIXED-PRICE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS, SHALL NOT BE IN ADDITION TO THE CONTRACT PRICE. INCLUDE BOND COST PAYMENTS

WEIGHTED ACCORDINGLY TO THE BASE LINE ITEMS.

PAYMENT WILL BE MADE ON ACTUAL WORK PERFORMED AS DESCRIBED IN FP-03 109.01 UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

VERIFY YOUR OFFER BY COMPLETING THE FOLLOWING:

VENDOR COMPANY NAME: __________________________________ DUNS# _______________________

BUSINESS EMAIL ADDRESS: __________________________________________________

AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (NAME): _______________________________________________

SIGNATURE: _______________________________________ DATE:__________________________

SITE VISIT SCHEDULED FOR APRIL 18, 2017, 10:30 A.M., 397240 HWY 75, Duncan, AZ 85534

CHECKLIST OF MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

TO RESPOND TO THIS REQUEST FOR QUOTATIONS (RFQ)

_____ Respond with the complete RETURN PACKAGE (SEE SECTION M for Evaluation Criteria)

_____ Have active vendor record for the DUNS number above in the System for Award Management (SAM) https://www.sam.gov https://www.sam.gov/

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SECTION C – STATEMENT OF WORK/DESCRIPTIONS

C1.0 – GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, materials, equipment and vehicles, tools, parts, labor, transportation, lodging, and miscellaneous items to install flooring and painting at the location designated by the Contracting Officer in accordance with industry standards and all terms and conditions contained herein. No changes to the specifications, terms, or conditions of this Request For Quotations (RFQ) without the prior approval of the Contracting Officer in writing.

The Government intends to award a contract to the offeror that provides the best value. In order to remain in the competitive range, Offerors (Contractors) shall submit the Return Package with the requirements in Section M, Evaluation Factors.

This project consists of, installation of new resilient (vinyl) plank flooring, carpeting, and ceramic tile in the areas indicated on the drawings, work includes removal and disposal of all existing flooring, all necessary preparation of those surfaces as required by the enclosed specifications, manufacturers installation or application instructions, and industry standards. The Clifton Ranger Station building is a single story modular building with access through four exterior doors two to three steps above grade. This statement of work also includes an optional item, as stated.

PROJECT TECHNICAL POINT-OF-CONTACT: James Morrison, PROJECT ENGINEER, (928) 333-6273

C.2. - LOCATION OF PROJECT

The project is located at the Clifton Ranger District Office, 397240 AZ Hwy 75, Duncan, AZ 85534, Greenlee County. This building is a single story modular building which comprises the project in its entirety.

C.3. - SPECIFIC SCOPE OF WORK

C.3.1- BASE BID -- FLOORING

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, and all else required to install Wood Vinyl or Interlocking Resilient Plank Flooring, carpet, carpet padding, rubber cove base and Ceramic Tile.

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The Contractor is responsible for the temporary moving and/or relocating of desks, shelving, furniture, chairs, boxes, and any other items that inhibit the installation of the flooring. Permanently fixed items, such as the front desk of the main entry to the district office, do not have to be moved and installation can occur in and around these pieces. All items must be returned to their original location and condition upon completion of the work.

VINYL FLOORING: Vinyl Plank Flooring shall be Mannington product number AW513, Adura Plank, 4 inch x 36 inch x .1.5 inch (4 mm) thick plank, Essex Oak, Color: Harvest. An alternate is Product Number AW531, Adura Coolibah Burlwood, Color: Clove, also in 4 inch x 36 inch x .157 inch. The contractor may submit an equivalent alternative flooring for approval. Installation of this flooring and all other required materials for the complete installation shall be in accordance to the manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations for installing over existing flooring and/or subflooring. An extra twenty square foot of vinyl flooring material shall be turned over to the Contracting Officer. The approximate square foot area requiring new vinyl flooring is 180 square feet (the two bathrooms).

CERAMIC TYLE: See Attached Specification for Tile. The approximate square foot area of new ceramic tile floor is

309 square feet.

Existing doors shall be adjusted accordingly to maintain clearances above new flooring.

The Contractor shall remove and replace existing rubber, vinyl, or wood base boards with a 4" Armstrong integrated rubber wall base, or approved equal, where new flooring is being placed. Specific color is 01 Malt. If cove bases and/or base boards do not exist, Contractor shall install new rubber wall base at all locations where new flooring is being placed. Installation shall be in accordance to the manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations.

Existing transition strips shall be removed and replaced with 1" aluminum transition strips at all entries to offices and hallways transitions. This also includes offices whose flooring is to remain as is. Where transition strips do not exist at typical transition locations, the Contractor shall provide and install the strips. Where greater than ½" vertical drop is encountered, the Contractor shall install transition strips with a 3:1 horizontal to vertical slope to eliminate trip hazards.

CARPETING: All carpeting shall be installed over new minimum 3/8 inch thick rebond carpet padding. The padding shall have the Green Label certification. The approximate square foot of area to be carpeted is 1,993 square feet.

Carpet will be a Heavy Commercial Carpet equal to or Alladin Mohawk Carpet.

Color: 878 Cobblestone (The government may change the color)

SPECIFICATIONS:

Broadloom Style: 1F11 Mosaic Flair Pile Yarn Content 100% Mohawk Permastrand Polypropylene With Mohawk Construction: Loop Graphic Finished Pile Weight 28 Oz. per Sq. Yd.

Dye Method: Solution Gauge 1/10 Stitches Per Inch 8.50 Pile Thickness .139 Density 7096 Total Weight 62.08 Oz.

Primary Backing Woven Polypropylene Secondary Backing Woven Synthetic Width 12’ Pattern Repeat: .8”W x.941” L

PERFORMANCE:

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FHA Information: MEA #46735 Type 1 & II, Class 1 Texture: A Static (AATCC 134) Less Thank 3.5 K.V.

Smoke Density Less than 450, E-662 (Flaming Mode) Pill Test Pass – 16CFR-1630.4 (FF-1-70) Green Label Plus 8066

The warranty of this work shall be for one year from final acceptance.

Required submittals of all flooring related base bid work include:

1) Carpet and Carpet Padding Product Data and Sample

2) Vinyl Plank Product Data and Sample

3) Rubber Base Product Data and Sample

4) Ceramic Tile Product Data and Sample

4) Work Schedule Plan; in phases

The Contracting Officer may request additional submittals, as necessary.

C3.3 – OPTIONAL ITEM

The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and all else required to repair or replace significantly damaged or otherwise unusable sub-flooring so as to be able to complete work to install new flooring. There has been a plumbing leak that may have damaged the sub-floor in the area of the bath rooms. Water was reported to have covered much of the floor in the building but was vacuumed and allowed to dry out quickly. However the root cause of the leak was a sill-cock hydrant that had been unrepaired, but turned off, for a number of years. The leak only occurred when the sill-cock was turned on.

C4.0 - Performance and Payment Bonds

The Contractor shall obtain and submit performance and payment bonds, in the full amount of the contract. The Contractor will not be allowed to proceed with the work until the bonds are approved and Notice-To-Proceed is issued in writing.

SECTION D – PACKAGING AND MARKING

SECTION 093000 TILING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS: Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Ceramic tile.

2. Thresholds.

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3. Metal edge strips.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. General: Definitions in the ANSI A108 series of tile installation standards and in ANSI A137.1 apply to Work of this Section unless otherwise specified.

B. Module Size: Actual tile size plus joint width indicated.

C. Face Size: Actual tile size, excluding spacer lugs.

D. Wet Area: Tile surfaces that are either soaked, saturated, or regularly and frequently subjected to moisture or liquids (including water), such as gang showers, tub enclosures, showers, laundries, saunas, steam rooms, swimming pools, hot tubs, and exterior areas.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF): For tile installed on level interior walkways designed to bear surface traffic when wet per Section 9 of ANSI A137.1-2012 standard for ceramic tile:

1. DCOF Wet Area: Minimum 0.42 per DCOF AcuTestSM

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.

1. Include manufacturer’s printed installation instructions.

B. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of tile and grout indicated. Include Samples of accessories involving color selection.

1. Grout: Submit manufacturer's full range of standard and designated color samples.

C. Product Certificates: For each type of product, signed by product manufacturer.

D. Material Test Reports: For each tile-setting and -grouting product.

E. Qualification Data: For qualified Installer.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations for Tile: Obtain tile of each type and color or finish from one source or producer.

1. Obtain tile of each size, type and color or finish from same production run and of consistent quality in appearance and physical properties for each contiguous area.

B. Source Limitations for Setting and Grouting Materials: Obtain ingredients of a uniform quality for each mortar, adhesive, and grout component from one manufacturer and each aggregate from one source or producer.

C. Source Limitations for Other Products: Obtain each of the following products specified in this Section from a single manufacturer for each product:

1. Thresholds.

2. Waterproof membrane.

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3. Crack isolation membrane.

4. Joint sealants.

5. Metal edge strips.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver and store packaged materials in original containers with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use. Comply with requirements in ANSI A137.1 for labeling tile packages.

B. Store tile and cementitious materials on elevated platforms, under cover, and in a dry location.

C. Store aggregates where grading and other required characteristics can be maintained and contamination can be avoided.

D. Store liquid materials in unopened containers and protected from freezing.

E. Handle tile that has temporary protective coating on exposed surfaces to prevent coated surfaces from contacting backs or edges of other units. If coating does contact bonding surfaces of tile, remove coating from bonding surfaces before setting tile.

1.8 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Limitations: Do not install tile until construction in spaces is complete and ambient temperature and humidity conditions are maintained at the levels indicated in referenced standards and manufacturer's written instructions.

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials that match and are from same production runs as products installed and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

1. Tile and Trim Units: Furnish quantity of full-size units equal to 3 percent of amount installed for each type, composition, color, pattern, and size indicated.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. ANSI Ceramic Tile Standard: Provide tile that complies with ANSI A137.1 for types, compositions, and other characteristics indicated.

1. Provide tile complying with Standard grade requirements unless otherwise indicated.

B. ANSI Standards for Tile Installation Materials: Provide materials complying with ANSI A108.02, ANSI standards referenced in other Part 2 articles, ANSI standards referenced by TCA installation methods specified in tile installation schedules, and other requirements specified.

C. Factory Blending: For tile exhibiting color variations within ranges, blend tile in factory and package so tile units taken from one package show same range in colors as those taken from other packages and match approved Samples.

2.2 MANUFACTURER

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Marazzi; 7834 C.F. Hawn Freeway; Dallas, TX 75217; Tel: 214-398-1411

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1. Substitutions: Submit substitutions to the Contracting Officer for approval. Substitutions must be equal to or better than products specified.

2.3 TILE

A. Tile Type: Glazed Porcelain Floor Tile:

1. Series: “Stone Age”

a. Composition: Ceramic.

2. Module Size: Field Tile: 18 inch by 18 inch by 3/8 inch (45 cm by 45 cm by 9 mm).

a. Color: Submit Samples of all four colors in the Series, Lava River, Lost Sea, Mammoth, and

Sequoyah.

b. Water Absorption: 2 percent - 5 percent per ASTM C373.

c. Coefficient of Friction: DCOF Wet Area: Minimum 0.42 per DCOF AcuTestSM

d. Frost Resistance: Resistant per ASTM C1026.

2.4 THRESHOLDS

A. General: Fabricate to sizes and profiles indicated or required to provide transition between adjacent floor finishes.

1. Bevel edges at 1:2 slope, with lower edge of bevel aligned with or up to 1/16 inch above adjacent floor surface. Finish bevel to match top surface of threshold. Limit height of threshold to 1/2 inch or less above adjacent floor surface.

2.5 WATERPROOF MEMBRANE

A. General: Manufacturer's standard product, selected from the following, that complies with ANSI A118.10 and is recommended by the manufacturer for the application indicated. Include reinforcement and accessories recommended by manufacturer.

B. Chlorinated Polyethylene Sheet: Non-plasticized, chlorinated polyethylene faced on both sides with nonwoven polyester fabric; 0.030-inch nominal thickness.

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Noble Company (The); Nobleseal TS.

C. Polyethylene Sheet: Polyethylene faced on both sides with fleece webbing; 0.008-inch nominal thickness:

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Schluter Systems L.P.; KERDI.

D. Fabric-Reinforced, Fluid-Applied Membrane: System consisting of liquid-latex rubber or elastomeric polymer and continuous fabric reinforcement:

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Laticrete International; 9235 Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane.

2.6 CRACK ISOLATION MEMBRANE

A. General: Manufacturer's standard product, selected from the following, that complies with ANSI A118.12 for high performance and is recommended by the manufacturer for the application indicated. Include http://www.specagent.com/LookUp/?uid=123456814846&mf=04&src=wd

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B. Chlorinated Polyethylene Sheet: Non-plasticized, chlorinated polyethylene faced on both sides with nonwoven polyester fabric; 0.030-inch nominal thickness.

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Noble Company (The); Nobleseal CIS.

C. Corrugated Polyethylene: Corrugated polyethylene with dovetail-shaped corrugations and with anchoring webbing on the underside; 3/16-inch nominal thickness.

1. Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Schluter Systems L.P; Ditra.

2.7 SETTING MATERIALS

A. Portland Cement Mortar (Thickset) Installation Materials: ANSI A108.02.

B. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar (Thin Set): ANSI A118.4.

1. Provide prepackaged, dry-mortar mix containing dry, re-dispersible, vinyl acetate or acrylic additive to which only water must be added at Project site.

2. Provide prepackaged, dry-mortar mix combined with [acrylic resin] [or] [styrene-butadiene-rubber] liquid-latex additive at Project site.

3. For wall applications, provide mortar that complies with requirements for non-sagging mortar in addition to the other requirements in ANSI A118.4.

C. Medium-Bed, Latex-Portland Cement Mortar: Comply with requirements in ANSI A118.4. Provide product that is approved by manufacturer for application thickness of 5/8 inch.

1. Provide prepackaged, dry-mortar mix combined with acrylic resin or styrene-butadiene-rubber liquid-latex additive at Project site.

2.8 GROUT MATERIALS

A. Standard Cement Grout: ANSI A118.6.

B. Polymer-Modified Tile Grout: ANSI A118.7.

1. Polymer Type: Acrylic resin or styrene-butadiene rubber in liquid-latex form for addition to prepackaged dry-grout mix.

2.9 ELASTOMERIC SEALANTS

A. General: Provide sealants, primers, backer rods, and other sealant accessories that comply with the following requirements and with the applicable requirements in Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants."

B. Multipart, Pourable Urethane Sealant for Use T: ASTM C 920; Type M; Grade P; Class 25; Uses T, M, A, and, as applicable to joint substrates indicated, O.

2.10 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

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A. Trowelable Underlayments and Patching Compounds: Latex-modified, Portland cement-based formulation provided or approved by manufacturer of tile-setting materials for installations indicated.

B. Metal Edge Strips: Angle or L-shape, height to match tile and setting-bed thickness, metallic or combination of metal and PVC or neoprene base, designed specifically for flooring applications.

1. Basis of Design: Schluter – Deco AE.

C. Tile Cleaner: A neutral cleaner capable of removing soil and residue without harming tile and grout surfaces, specifically approved for materials and installations indicated by tile and grout manufacturers.

D. Grout Sealer: Manufacturer's standard product for sealing grout joints and that does not change color or appearance of grout.

2.11 MIXING MORTARS AND GROUT

A. Mix mortars and grouts to comply with referenced standards and mortar and grout manufacturers' written instructions.

B. Add materials, water, and additives in accurate proportions.

C. Obtain and use type of mixing equipment, mixer speeds, mixing containers, mixing time, and other procedures to produce mortars and grouts of uniform quality with optimum performance characteristics for installations indicated.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions where tile will be installed, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of installed tile.

1. Verify that substrates for setting tile are firm, dry, clean, free of coatings that are incompatible with tile-setting materials including curing compounds and other substances that contain soap, wax, oil, or silicone;

and comply with flatness tolerances required by ANSI A108.01 for installations indicated.

2. Verify that concrete substrates for tile floors installed with thin-set mortar comply with surface finish requirements in ANSI A108.01 for installations indicated.

a. Verify that surfaces that received a steel trowel finish have been mechanically scarified.

b. Verify that protrusions, bumps, and ridges have been removed by sanding or grinding.

3. Verify that installation of grounds, anchors, recessed frames, electrical and mechanical units of work, and similar items located in or behind tile has been completed.

4. Verify that joints and cracks in tile substrates are coordinated with tile joint locations; if not coordinated, adjust joint locations in consultation with Architect.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Fill cracks, holes, and depressions in concrete substrates for tile floors installed with thin-set mortar with trowelable leveling and patching compound specifically recommended by tile-setting material manufacturer.

B. Where indicated, prepare substrates to receive waterproofing by applying a reinforced mortar bed that complies with ANSI A108.1A and is sloped 1/4 inch per foot toward drains.

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C. Blending: For tile exhibiting color variations, verify that tile has been factory blended and packaged so tile units taken from one package show same range of colors as those taken from other packages and match approved Samples. If not factory blended, either return to manufacturer or blend tiles at Project site before installing.

3.3 TILE INSTALLATION

A. Comply with TCA's "Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation" for TCA installation methods specified in tile installation schedules. Comply with parts of the ANSI A108 Series "Specifications for Installation of Ceramic Tile" that are referenced in TCA installation methods, specified in tile installation schedules, and apply to types of setting and grouting materials used.

B. Extend tile work into recesses and under or behind equipment and fixtures to form complete covering without interruptions unless otherwise indicated. Terminate work neatly at obstructions, edges, and corners without disrupting pattern or joint alignments.

C. Accurately form intersections and returns. Perform cutting and drilling of tile without marring visible surfaces.

Carefully grind cut edges of tile abutting trim, finish, or built-in items for straight aligned joints. Fit tile closely to electrical outlets, piping, fixtures, and other penetrations so plates, collars, or covers overlap tile.

D. Provide manufacturer's standard trim shapes where necessary to eliminate exposed tile edges.

E. Jointing Pattern: Lay tile in pattern as indicated on Drawings. Lay out tile work and center tile fields in both directions in each space or on each wall area. Lay out tile work to minimize the use of pieces that are less than half of a tile, or as otherwise indicted on Drawings. Provide uniform joint widths unless otherwise indicated.

1. For tile mounted in sheets, make joints between tile sheets same width as joints within tile sheets so joints between sheets are not apparent in finished work.

2. Where adjoining tiles on floor, base, walls, or trim are specified or indicated to be same size, align joints.

3. Where tiles are specified or indicated to be whole integer multiples of adjoining tiles on floor, base, walls, or trim, align joints unless otherwise indicated.

F. Expansion Joints: Provide expansion joints and other sealant-filled joints, including control, contraction, and isolation joints, where indicated. Form joints during installation of setting materials, mortar beds, and tile. Do not saw-cut joints after installing tiles.

1. Where joints occur in concrete substrates, locate joints in tile surfaces directly above them.

2. Prepare joints and apply sealants to comply with requirements in Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants."

G. Metal Edge Strips: Install in locations indicated or where exposed edge of tile flooring meets carpet, wood, or other flooring that finishes flush with top of tile.

H. Grout Sealer: Apply grout sealer to cementitious grout joints in tile floors according to grout-sealer manufacturer's written instructions. As soon as grout sealer has penetrated grout joints, remove excess sealer and sealer from tile faces by wiping with soft cloth.

3.4 WATERPROOFING INSTALLATION

A. Install waterproofing to comply with ANSI A108.13 and manufacturer's written instructions to produce waterproof membrane of uniform thickness and bonded securely to substrate.

B. Do not install tile or setting materials over waterproofing until waterproofing has cured and been tested to determine that it is watertight.

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3.5 CRACK ISOLATION MEMBRANE INSTALLATION

A. Install crack isolation membrane to comply with ANSI A108.17 and manufacturer's written instructions to produce membrane of uniform thickness and bonded securely to substrate.

B. Do not install tile or setting materials over crack isolation membrane until membrane has cured.

3.6 CLEANING AND PROTECTING

A. Cleaning: On completion of placement and grouting, clean all ceramic tile surfaces so they are free of foreign matter.

1. Remove Latex-Portland cement grout residue from tile as soon as possible.

2. Clean grout smears and haze from tile according to tile and grout manufacturer's written instructions.

Use only cleaners recommended by tile and grout manufacturers and only after determining that cleaners are safe to use by testing on samples of tile and other surfaces to be cleaned. Protect metal surfaces and plumbing fixtures from effects of cleaning. Flush surfaces with clean water before and after cleaning.

3. Remove temporary protective coating by method recommended by coating manufacturer and that is acceptable to tile and grout manufacturer. Trap and remove coating to prevent drain clogging.

B. Protect installed tile work with kraft paper or other heavy covering during construction period to prevent staining, damage, and wear. If recommended by tile manufacturer, apply coat of neutral protective cleaner to completed tile walls and floors.

C. Prohibit foot and wheel traffic from tiled floors for at least seven days after grouting is completed.

D. Before final inspection, remove protective coverings and rinse neutral protective cleaner from tile surfaces.

3.7 TILE INSTALLATION SCHEDULE

1. Tile Installation F115: Thin-set mortar; epoxy grout.

a. Thin-Set Mortar: Latex-Portland cement mortar.

b. Grout: Water-cleanable epoxy grout.

2. Tile Installation F121: Cement mortar bed (thickset) on waterproof membrane.

a. Thin-Set Mortar for Cured-Bed Method: Latex-Portland cement mortar.

b. Grout: Polymer-modified sanded grout.

3. Tile Installation F122: Thin-set mortar on waterproof membrane.

a. Thin-Set Mortar: Latex-Portland cement mortar.

b. Grout: Polymer-modified sanded grout.

4. Tile Installation F125A: Thin-set mortar on crack isolation membrane.

a. Thin-Set Mortar: Latex-Portland cement mortar.

b. Grout: Polymer-modified sanded grout.

END OF SECTION

SECTION E – INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

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FAR 52.246-12 INSPECTION OF CONSTRUCTION. (APR 1996)

(a) Definition. “Work” includes, but is not limited to, materials, workmanship, and manufacture and fabrication of components.

(b) The Contractor shall maintain an adequate inspection system and perform such inspections as will ensure that the work performed under the contract conforms to contract requirements. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government. All work shall be conducted under the general direction of the Contracting Officer and is subject to Government inspection and test at all places and at all reasonable times before acceptance to ensure strict compliance with the terms of the contract.

(c) Government inspections and tests are for the sole benefit of the Government and do not --

(1) Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for providing adequate quality control measures;

(2) Relieve the Contractor of responsibility for damage to or loss of the material before acceptance;

(3) Constitute or imply acceptance; or

(4) Affect the continuing rights of the Government after acceptance of the completed work under paragraph (i) of this section.

(d) The presence or absence of a Government inspector does not relieve the Contractor from any contract requirement, nor is the inspector authorized to change any term or condition of the specification without the Contracting Officer’s written authorization.

(e) The Contractor shall promptly furnish, at no increase in contract price, all facilities, labor, and material reasonably needed for performing such safe and convenient inspections and tests as may be required by the Contracting Officer. The Government may charge to the Contractor any additional cost of inspection or test when work is not ready at the time specified by the Contractor for inspection or test, or when prior rejection makes reinspection or retest necessary. The Government shall perform all inspections and tests in a manner that will not unnecessarily delay the work. Special, full size, and performance tests shall be performed as described in the contract.

(f) The Contractor shall, without charge, replace or correct work found by the Government not to conform to contract requirements, unless in the public interest the Government consents to accept the work with an appropriate adjustment in contract price. The Contractor shall promptly segregate and remove rejected material from the premises.

(g) If the Contractor does not promptly replace or correct rejected work, the Government may --

(1) By contract or otherwise, replace or correct the work and charge the cost to the Contractor; or

(2) Terminate for default the Contractor’s right to proceed.

(h) If, before acceptance of the entire work, the Government decides to examine already completed work by removing it or tearing it out, the Contractor, on request, shall promptly furnish all necessary facilities, labor, and material. If the work is found to be defective or nonconforming in any material respect due to the fault of the Contractor or its subcontractors, the Contractor shall defray the expenses of the examination and of satisfactory reconstruction. However, if the work is found to meet contract requirements, the Contracting Officer shall make an equitable adjustment for the additional services involved in the examination and reconstruction, including, if completion of the work was thereby delayed, an extension of time.

(i) Unless otherwise specified in the contract, the Government shall accept, as promptly as practicable after completion and inspection, all work required by the contract or that portion of the work the Contracting Officer determines can be accepted separately. Acceptance shall be final and conclusive except for latent defects, fraud, gross mistakes amounting to fraud, or the Government’s rights under any warranty or guarantee.

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(End of Clause)

SECTION F – DELIVERIES OR PERFORMANCE

FAR 52.211-10 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work (APR 1984)

The Contractor shall be required to (a) commence work under this contract within 10 calendar day after the date the Contractor receives notice-to-proceed, (b) prosecute the work diligently, and (c) complete the entire work ready for use not later than 60 calendar days from issuance of notice-to-proceed. The time stated for completion shall include final cleanup of the premises.

AGAR 452.236-75 MAXIMUM WORK WEEK – CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (NOV 1996)

Within 5 calendar days after receipt of a written request from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor must submit the following information in writing for approval:

(a) A schedule as required by FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts, and

(b) The hours (including the daily starting and stopping times) and days of the week the Contractor proposed to carry out the work

The maximum workweek shall be 6 days per week, Monday through Saturday, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The intent is to be able to accomplish critical work over the weekend to prevent the district from closing the front lobby to the public. Any change in the work schedule shall be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to commencement. The Contractor shall phase the project into sections of the building that will least interrupt the working tenants, and shall be included in the Contractor’s proposed schedule.

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SECTION G – CONTRACT ADMINISTRATIVE DATA

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PROPERTY, MATERIALS, SERVICES

The property and services that will be provided by the Government are as follows: None

SECTION H – SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

H1.0 BIO-PREFERRED INFORMATION

Bio-Preferred

USDA’s website for Bio-Preferred: http://www.biopreferred.gov/

Product categories: http://www.biopreferred.gov/ProductCategories.aspx

Federal Purchasing Requirement: http://www.biopreferred.gov/PurchasingBiobased.aspx

Federal vendor/contractor reporting requirements: http://www.biopreferred.gov/FARReporting.aspx http://www.biopreferred.gov/ http://www.biopreferred.gov/ProductCategories.aspx http://www.biopreferred.gov/PurchasingBiobased.aspx http://www.biopreferred.gov/FARReporting.aspx

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PART II – SECTION I – CONTRACT CLAUSES

FAR 52.252-2 Clauses Incorporated by Reference (FEB 1998)

This contract incorporates one or more clauses by reference, with the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available. Also, the full text of a clause may be accessed electronically at this/these address(es):

http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffara.htm http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vfagara.htm

FEDERAL ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 1) CLAUSES

52.202-1 Definitions (NOV 2013) 52.203-3 Gratuities (APR 1984) 52.203-5 Covenant Against Contingent Fees (MAY 2014) 52.203-6 Restrictions on Subcontractor Sales to the Government (SEP 2006) 52.203-7 Anti-Kickback Procedures (MAY 2014) 52.203-8 Cancellation, Rescission, and Recovery of Funds for Illegal or Improper Activity (MAY 2014) 52.203-10 Price or Fee Adjustment for Illegal or Improper Activity (MAY 2014) 52.203-12 Limitation on Payments to Influence Certain Federal Transactions (OCT 2010) 52.204-4 Printed or Copied Double-Sided on Recycled Paper (MAY 2011) 52.209-6 Protecting the Government's Interest when Subcontracting with Contractors Debarred, Suspended, or Proposed for Debarment (OCT 2015) 52.211-18 Variation in Estimated Quantity (APR 1984) 52.215-2 Audit and Records -- Negotiation (OCT 2010) 52.219-6 Notice of Total Small Business Set-Aside (NOV 2011) 52.219-8 Utilization of Small Business Concerns (OCT 2014) 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting (NOV 2011) 52.222-3 Convict Labor (JUN 2003) 52.222-4 Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act -- Overtime Compensation (MAY 2014) 52.222-6 Construction Wage Rate Requirements (MAY 2014) 52.222-7 Withholding of Funds (MAY 2014) 52.222-8 Payrolls and Basic Records (MAY 2014) 52.222-9 Apprentices and Trainees (JUL 2005) 52.222-10 Compliance with Copeland Act Requirements (FEB 1988) 52.222-11 Subcontracts (Labor Standards) (MAY 2014) 52.222-12 Contract Termination - Debarment (MAY 2014) 52.222-13 Compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Act Regulations (MAY 2014) 52.222-14 Disputes Concerning Labor Standards (FEB 1988) 52.222-15 Certification of Eligibility (MAY 2014) 52.222-21 Prohibition of Segregated Facilities (APR 2015) 52.222-26 Equal Opportunity (SEP 2016) 52.222-27 Affirmative Action Compliance Requirements for Construction (APR 2015) 52.222-35 Equal Opportunity for Veterans (OCT 2015) 52.222-36 Equal Opportunity for Workers With Disabilities (JUL 2014) 52.222-37 Employment Reports on Veterans (FEB 2016) 52.222-50 Combating Trafficking in Persons (MAR 2015) 52.223-1 Biobased Product Certification (MAY 2012) 52.223-2 Affirmative Procurement of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (SEP 2013) 52.223-5 Pollution Prevention and Right-to-Know Information (MAY 2011) 52.223-6 Drug-Free Workplace (MAY 2001) 52.223-15 Energy Efficiency in Energy-Consuming Products (DEC 2007) 52.225-1 Buy American—Supplies (MAY 2014) 52.225-9 Buy American—Construction Materials (MAY 2014) http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vffara.htm http://farsite.hill.af.mil/vfagara.htm

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52.225-13 Restrictions on Certain Foreign Purchases (JUN 2008) 52.227-1 Authorization and Consent (DEC 2007) 52.227-2 Notice and Assistance Regarding Patent and Copyright Infringement (DEC 2007) 52.227-4 Patent Indemnity -- Construction Contracts (DEC 2007) 52.228-5 Insurance – Work On A Government Installation (JAN 1997) 52.228-2 Additional Bond Security (OCT 1997) 52.228-11 Pledges of Assets (JAN 2012) 52.228-12 Prospective Subcontractor Requests for Bonds (MAY 2014) 52.228-14 Irrevocable Letter of Credit (NOV 2014) 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes (FEB 2013) 52.232-5 Payments Under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (MAY 2014) 52.232-17 Interest (MAY 2014) 52.232-23 Assignment of Claims (MAY 2014) 52.232-27 Prompt Payment (MAY 2014) 52.232-33 Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer –System for Award Management (JUL 2013) 52.233-1 Disputes (MAY 2014) 52.233-3 Protest After Award (AUG 1996) 52.233-4 Applicable Law for Breach of Contract Claim (OCT 2004) 52.236-2 Differing Site Conditions (APR 1984) 52.236-3 Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work (APR 1984) 52.236-5 Material and Workmanship (APR 1984) 52.236-6 Superintendence by The Contractor (APR 1984) 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities (NOV 1991) 52.236-8 Other Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements (APR 1984) 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas (APR 1984) 52.236-11 Use and Possession Prior to Completion (APR 1984) 52.236-12 Cleaning Up (APR 1984) 52.236-13 Accident Prevention (NOV 1991) Alternate I (NOV 1991) 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts (APR 1984) 52.236-16 Quantity Surveys (APR 1984) 52.236-17 Layout of Work (APR 1984) 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction (FEB 1997) 52.236-26 Preconstruction Conference (FEB 1995) 52.242-13 Bankruptcy (JUL 1995) 52.243-4 Changes (JUN 2007) 52.243-5 Changes and Changed Conditions (APR 1981) 52.244-6 Subcontracts for Commercial Items (OCT 2016) 52.246-21 Warranty of Construction (MAR 1994) 52.248-3 Value Engineering – Construction (OCT 2015) 52.249-2 Termination for Convenience of the Government (Fixed-Price) (APR 2012)--Alternate I (SEP 1996) 52.249-10 Default (Fixed-Price Construction) (APR 1984) 52.253-1 Computer Generated Forms (JAN 1991)

AGRICULTURE ACQUISITION REGULATION (48 CFR CHAPTER 4) CLAUSES

452.211-73 Attachments to Statements of Work/Specifications 452.232-70 Reimbursement for Bond Premiums – Fixed-Price Construction Contracts (NOV 1996) 452.236-71 Prohibition Against the Use of Lead-Paint (NOV 1996) 452.236-72 Use of Premises (NOV 1996) 452.236-73 Archeological or Historic Sites (FEB 1988) 452.236-74 Control of Erosion, Sedimentation and Pollution (NOV 1996) 452.236-76 Samples and Certificates (FEB 1988) 452.236-77 Emergency Response (NOV 1996) 452.236-78 Fire Suppression and Liability (MAY 2014)

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52.223-1 BIOBASED PRODUCT CERTIFICATION (MAY 2012)

As required by the Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 and the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (7 U.S.C.

8102(c)(3)), the offeror certifies, by signing this offer, that biobased products (within categories of products listed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 7 CFR part 3201, subpart B) to be used or delivered in the performance of the contract, other than biobased products that are not purchased by the offeror as a direct result of this contract, will comply with the applicable specifications or other contractual requirements.

(End of provision)

52.223-2 AFFIRMATIVE PROCUREMENT OF BIOBASED PRODUCTS UNDER SERVICE AND CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

(SEP 2013)

(a) In the performance of this contract, the contractor shall make maximum use of biobased products that are United

States Department of Agriculture (USDA)-designated items unless—

(1) The product cannot be acquired—

(i) Competitively within a time frame providing for compliance with the contract performance schedule;

(ii) Meeting contract performance requirements; or

(iii) At a reasonable price.

(2) The product is to be used in an application covered by a USDA categorical exemption (see 7 CFR 3201.3(e)). For example, all USDA-designated items are exempt from the preferred procurement requirement for the following:

(i) Spacecraft system and launch support equipment.

(ii) Military equipment, i.e., a product or system designed or procured for combat or combat-related missions.

(b) Information about this requirement and these products is available at http://www.biopreferred.gov.

(c) In the performance of this contract, the Contractor shall—

(1) Report to the environmental point of contact identified in paragraph (d) of this clause, with a copy to the

Contracting Officer, on the product types and dollar value of any USDA-designated biobased products purchased by the

Contractor during the previous Government fiscal year, between October 1 and September 30;

(2) Submit this report no later than—

(i) October 31 of each year during contract performance; and

(ii) At the end of contract performance; and

(3) Contact the environmental point of contact to obtain the preferred submittal format, if that format is not specified in this contract.

(d) The environmental point of contact for this contract is:

(End of clause)

52.223-3 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION AND MATERIAL SAFETY DATA (JAN 1997)

(a) “Hazardous material,” as used in this clause, includes any material defined as hazardous under the latest version of

Federal Standard No. 313 (including revisions adopted during the term of the contract).

(b) The offeror must list any hazardous material, as defined in paragraph (a) of this clause, to be delivered under this contract. The hazardous material shall be properly identified and include any applicable identification number, such as

National Stock Number or Special Item Number. This information shall also be included on the Material Safety Data Sheet submitted under this contract.

Material (If none, insert “None”) Identification No.

http://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/%20http:/uscode.house.gov/ http://www.acquisition.gov/far/current/html/%20http:/uscode.house.gov/ http://www.biopreferred.gov/

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(c) This list must be updated during performance of the contract whenever the Contractor determines that any other material to be delivered under this contract is hazardous.

(d) The apparently successful offeror agrees to submit, for each item as required prior to award, a Material Safety Data

Sheet, meeting the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200(g) and the latest version of Federal Standard No. 313, for all hazardous material identified in paragraph (b) of this clause. Data shall be submitted in accordance with Federal Standard

No. 313, whether or not the apparently successful offeror is the actual manufacturer of these items. Failure to submit the

Material Safety Data Sheet prior to award may result in the apparently successful offeror being considered non-responsible and ineligible for award.

(e) If, after award, there is a change in the composition of the item(s) or a revision to Federal Standard No. 313, which renders incomplete or inaccurate the data submitted under paragraph (d) of this clause, the Contractor shall promptly notify the Contracting Officer and resubmit the data.

(f) Neither the requirements of this clause nor any act or failure to act by the Government shall relieve the Contractor of any responsibility or liability for the safety of Government, Contractor, or subcontractor personnel or property.

(g) Nothing contained in this clause shall relieve the Contractor from complying with applicable Federal, State, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations (including the obtaining of licenses and permits) in connection with hazardous material.

(h) The Government’s rights in data furnished under this contract with respect to hazardous material are as follows:

(1) To use, duplicate and disclose any data to which this clause is applicable. The purposes of this right are to—

(i) Apprise personnel of the hazards to which they may be exposed…